turn signal YAMAHA YZF-R1 2002 Owners Manual

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-2
3
EAU04492
(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the taillight,
license plate light and auxiliary lights
are on, but all other electrical systems
are off. The key can be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “”.
ECA00043
CAUTION:_ Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge. _
EAU03034
Indicator and warning lights
EAU04121
Turn signal indicator lights “”
and “”
The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
EAU04303
Fuel level warning light “”
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
3.3 L. When this occurs, refuel as soon
as possible.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked according to the fol-
lowing procedure.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. If the warning light does not come
on for a few seconds, then go off,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit.
1. Right turn signal indicator light “”
2. Fuel level warning light “”
3. Oil level warning light “”
4. Neutral indicator light “”
5. Engine trouble warning light “”
6. High beam indicator light “”
7. Left turn signal indicator light “”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-3
3
EAU04301
Oil level warning light “”
This warning light comes on when the
engine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked according to the fol-
lowing procedure.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. If the warning light does not come
on for a few seconds, then go off,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit.
NOTE:_ Even if the oil level is sufficient, the
warning light may flicker when riding on
a slope or during sudden acceleration
or deceleration, but this is not a mal-
function. _
EAU00061
Neutral indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU04514
Engine trouble warning light “”
This warning light comes on or flashes
when an electrical circuit monitoring
the engine is defective. When this oc-
curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the
self-diagnosis system.NOTE:_ This warning light comes on for a few
seconds, then goes off when the key is
turned to “ON”, but this does not indi-
cate a malfunction. _
EAU00063
High beam indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
1. Right turn signal indicator light “”
2. Fuel level warning light “”
3. Oil level warning light “”
4. Neutral indicator light “”
5. Engine trouble warning light “”
6. High beam indicator light “”
7. Left turn signal indicator light “”U5PWE0.book Page 3 Friday, December 7, 2001 5:14 PM

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-11
3
EAU00101
Tachometer The electric tachometer allows the rider
to monitor the engine speed and keep it
within the ideal power range.
EC000003
CAUTION:_ Do not operate the engine in the ta-
chometer red zone.
Red zone: 11,750 r/min and above _
EAU00109
Anti-theft alarm (optional) This motorcycle can be equipped with
an optional anti-theft alarm by a
Yamaha dealer. Contact a Yamaha
dealer for more information.
EAU00118
Handlebar switches
EAU04553
Pass switch “PASS”
Press this switch to flash the head-
lights.
EAU03888
Dimmer switch “/”
Set this switch to “” for the high
beam and to “” for the low beam.
1. Tachometer
2. Tachometer red zone
1. Pass switch “PASS”
2. Dimmer switch “/”
3. Turn signal switch “/”
4. Horn switch “”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-12
3
EAU03889
Turn signal switch “/”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “”. When
released, the switch returns to the cen-
ter position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
EAU00129
Horn switch “”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
EAU03890
Engine stop switch “/”
Set this switch to “” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to “” to
stop the engine in case of an emergen-
cy, such as when the motorcycle over-
turns or when the throttle cable is
stuck.
EAU04557
Light switch “//”
Set this switch to “” to turn on the
auxiliary lights, meter lighting, taillight
and license plate light. Set the switch to
“” to turn on the headlights also. Set
the switch to “” to turn off all the
lights.
EAU00143
Start switch “”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.
EC000005
CAUTION:_ See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine. _
1. Engine stop switch “/”
2. Light switch “//”
3. Start switch “”
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6
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Owner’s tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ......... 6-2
Removing and installing cowlings and panels ..... 6-5
Checking the spark plugs .................................... 6-8
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .......................... 6-9
Coolant .............................................................. 6-12
Replacing the air filter element .......................... 6-16
Adjusting the engine idling speed ...................... 6-18
Adjusting the throttle cable free play .................. 6-19
Adjusting the valve clearance ............................ 6-19
Tires ................................................................... 6-19
Cast wheels ....................................................... 6-22
Adjusting the clutch lever free play .................... 6-23
Adjusting the brake pedal position ..................... 6-24
Adjusting the rear brake light switch .................. 6-24
Checking the front and rear brake pads ............. 6-25
Checking the brake fluid level ............................ 6-26
Changing the brake fluid .................................... 6-27
Drive chain slack ................................................ 6-27
Lubricating the drive chain ................................. 6-29
Checking and lubricating the cables .................. 6-29Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and
cable ............................................................... 6-30
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch
levers ............................................................... 6-30
Lubricating the brake pedal ............................... 6-31
Checking and lubricating the sidestand ............ 6-31
Checking the front fork ...................................... 6-31
Checking the steering ....................................... 6-32
Checking the wheel bearings ............................ 6-33
Battery ............................................................... 6-33
Replacing the fuses .......................................... 6-35
Replacing a headlight bulb ................................ 6-36
Tail/brake light ................................................... 6-37
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ...................... 6-37
Replacing the license plate light bulb ................ 6-38
Supporting the motorcycle ................................ 6-39
Front wheel ....................................................... 6-39
Rear wheel ........................................................ 6-42
Troubleshooting ................................................. 6-44
Troubleshooting charts ...................................... 6-45
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-6
6 2. Remove the bolts and screw, and
then loosen the quick fastener
screws 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
3. Slide the cowling backward at the
area shown.4. Disconnect the turn signal light
lead coupler.
5. Remove the screws, and then take
the cowling off.
To install the cowling
1. Install the screws.
2. Connect the turn signal light lead
coupler.
3. Place the cowling in the original
position.
4. Install the screw and the bolts,
tighten the quick fastener screws,
and then install the quick fasteners.
NOTE:_ To install the quick fastener, push the
center pin out so that it will protrude
from the fastener head, insert the fas-
tener into the cowling, and then push
the protruding pin in until it is flush with
the fastener head. _
1. Quick fastener screw (× 6)
2. Screw
3. Bolt (× 2)
1. Turn signal light lead coupler
2. Screw (× 2)
1. Quick fastenerAfter removal
Before installation
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-35
6
EAU04548
Replacing the fuses The main fuse and the electronic fuel
injection fuse are located under the rid-
er seat. (See page 3-17 for rider seat
removal and installation procedures.)
The fuse box, which contains the fuses
for the individual circuits, is located un-
der panel B. (See page 6-7 for panel
removal and installation procedures.)
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage.
EC000103
CAUTION:_ Do not use a fuse of a higher amper-
age rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive damage to
the electrical system and possibly a
fire. _3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
1. Headlight fuse
2. Signaling system fuse
3. Ignition fuse
4. Radiator fan fuse
5. Backup fuse (odometer and clock)
6. Parking lighting fuse
7. Spare fuse (× 3)
1. Main fuse
2. Electronic fuel injection fuse
3. Electronic fuel injection spare fuse
Specified fuses:
Main fuse: 50 A
Headlight fuse: 20 A
Signaling system fuse: 15 A
Radiator fan fuse: 15 A
Ignition fuse: 15 A
Electronic fuel injection
fuse: 15 A
Parking lighting fuse: 5 A
Backup fuse
(odometer and clock): 5 A
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-37
6
EC000104
CAUTION:_ Take care not to damage the follow-
ing parts:

Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the glass, the luminosi-
ty of the bulb, and the bulb life
will be adversely affected. Thor-
oughly clean off any dirt and fin-
gerprints on the headlight bulb
using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.


Headlight lens
Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the head-
light lens.
Do not use a headlight bulb of
a wattage higher than speci-
fied.
_4. Install the headlight bulb cover,
and then connect the coupler.
5. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
EAU03730
Tail/brake light This motorcycle is equipped with an
LED type of tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
EAU03497
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screw.1. Screw
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-4
8
Battery
Model GT12B-4
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 10 Ah
Headlight typeQuar tz bulb (halogen)
Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W × 2
Tail/brake light L.E.D.
Turn signal light 12 V, 10 W × 4
Auxiliary light 12 V, 5 W × 2
License plate light 12 V, 5 W × 1
Meter lighting L.E.D.
Neutral indicator light L.E.D.
High beam indicator light L.E.D.
Turn signal indicator light L.E.D.
Fuel level warning light L.E.D.
Oil level warning light L.E.D.
Engine trouble warning light L.E.D.
Engine speed indicator light L.E.D.
Fuses
Main fuse 50 A
Headlight fuse 20 A
Signaling system fuse 15 A
Radiator fan fuse 15 A
Ignition fuse 15 ABackup fuse (odometer and
clock) 5 A
Electronic fuel injection fuse 15 A
Parking lighting fuse 5 A
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INDEX
SSafety information.................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-17
Passenger seat ................................ 3-17
Rider seat ........................................ 3-17
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-13
Shift points (for Switzerland only)............. 5-3
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ..... 3-21
Sidestand .............................................. 3-24
Sidestand, checking and lubricating....... 6-31
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-8
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting a cold engine .............................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................ 3-12
Steering, checking ................................. 6-32
Storage.................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment ............................ 3-19
Supporting the motorcycle ..................... 6-39TTachometer ........................................... 3-11
Tail/brake light ....................................... 6-37
Throttle cable free play, adjusting .......... 6-19
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ...................... 6-30
Tires ...................................................... 6-19
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting..................................... 6-44
Troubleshooting charts .......................... 6-45
Turn signal indicator lights ....................... 3-2
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............. 6-37
Turn signal switch .................................. 3-12
VValve clearance, adjusting .................... 6-19
Vehicle identification number................... 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-33
Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-39
Installing .......................................... 6-41
Removing ........................................ 6-39
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-42
Installing .......................................... 6-43
Removing ........................................ 6-42
Wheels .................................................. 6-22
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